Thermo Scientific HAAKE Instruction Manual page 7

Safety Notes and Warnings
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Thermo Fisher Scientific does not assume respon-
sibility for independent repairs and consequences
of improper use.
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Do not clean the unit with solvents (fire risk!) - -
a wet cloth soaked in household detergent is nor-
mally sufficient.
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Only use the heat transfer liquids recommended by
Thermo Fisher Scientific. Please refer to the respec-
tive EC - - Safety Data Sheet.
Severe skin burns can be caused by contact with
hot unit parts!
The Falling Ball Viscometer can be operated using a suita-
ble circulator and appropriate bath liquid in the temperature
range up to +150 C which even considering cooling and in-
sulation may heat up parts of the Falling Ball Viscometer
enough to cause serious skin burns if contact is made.
Thermo Fisher Scientific recommends the use of personal
protective equipment (gloves, safety glasses, laboratory
coat, and safety shoes) when operating with the Falling Ball
Viscometer. When working at high temperatures wear use
temperature--resistant gloves.
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We do not know what substance you will be ex-
amining with this device. Many substances are:
 flammable or explosive
 unhealthy
 dangerous for the environnent
You alone are responsible for the handling of these sub-
stances!
Our advice:
 If in doubt, consult a safety specialist.
 Read the safety data sheet valid for your country the
product manufacturer's or supplier's
 Read relevant regulations concerning dangerous
materials
 Observe relevant guidelines for laboratories in your
country
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